Gomen Besiga Recipe

Prepare the Ingredients

Chop the beef into bite-sized pieces, finely chop the onion, mince the garlic, and wash and chop the collard greens.

Sauté the Onions and Garlic

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Then add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.

Brown the Beef

Add the beef pieces to the pot, season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and cumin. Cook until the beef is browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Add Water and Collard Greens

Pour in the water or broth, bringing it to a simmer. Add the collard greens and stir well to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.

Simmer

Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the beef is tender and the collard greens are cooked through. Check occasionally and add more liquid if necessary.

Serve

Once done, taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with rice or injera.